Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ME14 · Kent
238
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
ME15 · Kent
156
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Maidstone has less crime — 156 vs 238 incidents in February 2026.
Maidstone recorded notably higher crime than Maidstone in February 2026 — 238 vs 156 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maidstone sees higher rates of Shoplifting (33), while Maidstone has more Criminal damage & arson (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Maidstone recorded fewer crimes than Maidstone — 156 vs 238 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Maidstone is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Maidstone saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Maidstone had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Maidstone recorded fewer total crimes (156 vs 238).